Assistant Accountant - Banking

Are you an experienced banking professional with a keen eye for detail and experience in month-end duties? Do you thrive in roles that challenge you to maintain accuracy and efficiency across multiple accounts? Are you looking to step into a role where you can lead key financial processes and contribute to the success of a growing organisation? If so, this opportunity could be perfect for you!

We are partnering with a leading organisation to find an Assistant Accountant – Banking for a permanent position. This role is a fantastic opportunity to oversee critical banking functions across multiple entities, all within a supportive and flexible working environment.

In this Assistant Accountant – Banking role, you will:

• Oversee bank statement processing for four entities, managing a total of 15 accounts, with a particular focus on two core accounts.
• Conduct weekly payment runs, manage transactions between reserve accounts, and handle interest loan payments, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and refunds from local councils.
• Take responsibility for day-to-day cash flow management using Excel, ensuring precise tracking and reporting.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations, promptly resolving any discrepancies.
• Lead month-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, intercompany transactions, and journal postings.
• Reconcile balance sheets, ensuring that all financial records are accurate and up-to-date.

Based in Surrey and requiring you to travel into the office twice a week, this role offers the flexibility to work independently while being part of a team that values high standards and ongoing professional development. You will report to a manager who promotes autonomy but is always available for support and guidance.

The ideal candidate will have:

• AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience, with a strong background in banking operations and month-end processes.
• Experience managing bank reconciliations for multiple accounts, ideally with exposure to investment accounts.
• Proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, SUMIFs, and filtering.
• Strong written communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

This is a brilliant opportunity to advance your career as an Assistant Accountant – Banking. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a respected organisation and make a real impact, apply now!